In the last ten years, the cinematic world has experienced a major change, and at the forefront of this revolution are on-demand services like Netflix, Prime Video, and Disney+. The era of waiting in line to watch a movie or flipping through TV channels for something to watch are a thing of the past. Digital streaming has dramatically altered the way we enjoy films, offering unprecedented access to a vast film library with a tap. From blockbusters to art-house cinema, it’s all just a moment away, transforming not only how we enjoy movies but also how they’re distributed and brought to audiences.

The rise of streaming platforms has democratised content in ways we never imagined. No longer bound retirement business by traditional studio gatekeepers, indie filmmakers—especially small-budget creators—now have the ability to bring their content with a worldwide audience free from the constraints of the cinema system. This has led to an flood of culturally diverse films from around the world, enabling viewers to engage with perspectives that would have previously been difficult to access. For movie lovers, this means broader selections, more choice, and films aligned with their preferences.

Along with a wider selection, digital platforms have also changed the business side of film. The subscription model provide a stable financial model, permitting streaming services to support more experimental and specialised projects that wouldn’t necessarily succeed in theatres. The binge-watching trend has become a major trend, with audiences watching entire movie franchises or movie universes in one sitting. Digital streaming is not just a temporary shift—it’s the next stage of the film industry, blending ease of access, originality, and international access like never before.